2003 Honda Insight vs. 2004 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (241 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 465 kg more than 2003 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Insight | 2004 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Insight | Esprit |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |